- Must visit
National Museum Machado de Castro
Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Serta to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Serta to Coimbra will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Serta for Coimbra on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Serta to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 1m versus 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Serta to Coimbra buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:45 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h15 | 5:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h10 | 5:00 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h10 | 6:10 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h15 | 8:30 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h10 | 8:30 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h10 | 9:10 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:45 AM Serta, Centro De Coordenação De Transportes (Sabores Do Pinhal) | 1h15 | 10:00 AM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Serta to Coimbra run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Major fine arts and archaeology museum housed in the former bishop's palace, famed for its Roman cryptoporticus and important Portuguese collections.
Open-air thematic museum-park with miniature Portuguese monuments and pavilions, especially popular with families and social media visitors.
University museum with historic scientific instruments, natural history displays, and collections linked to Coimbra's academic heritage.
Historic upper town around the university, filled with steep lanes, academic traditions, and many of the city's most iconic viewpoints.
Modern riverside park with promenades, lawns, and bridges, very popular for relaxed walks, sunsets, and local outdoor life.
Historic botanical garden with shaded paths, exotic plants, terraces, and one of the city's most pleasant quiet escapes.
Roast suckling pig from the nearby Bairrada region, prized for its crisp skin and juicy meat. It is one of the best-known celebratory dishes around Coimbra.
Traditional goat stew slowly cooked in red wine, garlic, and bay leaves in black clay pots. It is a classic inland dish strongly associated with the Coimbra area.
Hearty bean and meat soup with sausage and pork, popular in central Portugal. It is rustic, filling, and commonly found in traditional restaurants near Coimbra.
Small, iconic tavern famous for rustic central Portuguese food, hearty portions, and a very local, informal atmosphere.
Established contemporary venue offering creative Portuguese cuisine in a stylish setting, suitable for a more upscale meal in Coimbra.
Refined restaurant at Museu Nacional Machado de Castro, known for contemporary Portuguese cooking and elegant views over Coimbra.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Student-friendly dining helps, but central hotels and tourist restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change is enough in cafés; round up for taxis.
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